What Causes the ‘Sound’ of a Bell and How Is It Different From a Drum?

Imagine a bell is like a happy kid who jumps up and down, it keeps ringing for a long time. A drum is more like a sleepy kid who just taps once or twice before falling back to sleep. That's why bells sound musical, while drums feel rhythmic.

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  1. A school bell rings out across the playground
  2. A snare drum thumps loudly during a parade
  3. A church bell tolls at sunset

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